born. They have known you the longest. They feel entitled to their opinions because they think they know what’s best for you. (Which is typically also what feels best

Oakley, is literally perfect. Just kidding.

out there who would be ecstatic to help advance your career.

control. Remember the fundamental law of human nature: You can’t control what other people say, think, or do.

people for centuries. If you’re familiar with Stoicism,

Trying to control people and situations doesn’t calm your fears. It amplifies them.

Instead of wasting my energy on something I can’t control—what others say, think, and do—I poured my energy into what I can control: me. The result? I gained

without even realizing it. But the fact is, there is one thing you will never be able to control. No matter how hard you try, you will never be able to control or change another person.

If you’re struggling to change your life, achieve your goals, or feel happier, I want you to hear this: The problem isn’t you. The problem is the power you unknowingly give to other people. We all do it, often without realizing it.